‘Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus’ releases Nov. 12 on PlayStation 3

Grab a giant wrench and your favorite robot buddy and get ready for one last ride before the sun sets on the current era of gaming.

Insomniac Games announced today that Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus, the next game in the popular platforming franchise, will release on Nov. 12 for the PlayStation 3, giving players the chance to squeeze in one last romp before the PlayStation 4 launches three days later on Nov. 15.

As previously announced, Into the Nexus won’t be quite as long as previous games in the franchise, and as such will retail for $29.99. The game will be available at retail and digitally at the PlayStation Store.

Gamers who pre-order at certain retailers will get access to special Pyronox armor for Ratchet, which will give the Lombax adventurer five percent damage reduction. Players who pre-order at Amazon, on the other hand, will receive exclusive Ratchet & Clank content for PlayStation Home.

Do you plan to pick up Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus? Why or why not? Let us know in the comments.

Matt Liparota is a news reporter and editor for Stick Skills and professional newspaper designer working in Madison, Wis. Playing games his entire life has engendered an unabashed love of the industry, flaws and all. He'll try almost any kind of game at least once and also enjoys long walks on the beach, puppies and fine cheeses. Follow him on Twitter @mrliparota.